Chinese stew (pasta, beef in pots)
8 servings
40 minutes
Chinese stew with pasta and beef is a harmony of flavors and textures, embodying a warm home dinner. This dish combines the rich aroma of ground beef, the creamy tenderness of mozzarella, and the spicy notes of tomato sauce. Its roots lie in Chinese culinary traditions where meat is simmered in sauces to reveal deep flavors. The dish is hearty and warming, perfect for cozy evenings. The mild heat of red pepper and the spicy aroma of oregano add a special sophistication to it. It is easy to prepare, and the result is impressive: soft pasta soaked in meat sauce creates a delicate texture that melts in your mouth. Served hot, garnished with parmesan and fresh parsley — it's a true delight for lovers of rich flavors and soul food.
1
Pour the pasta into a large pot and cover with boiling water. Add salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Pasta: to taste
- Salt: to taste
2
Use a blender to turn canned tomatoes into puree, set aside.
- Canned tomatoes: 700 g
3
In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil and butter. When the butter melts, add onion and pepper, reduce heat to medium and continue cooking while stirring. Add garlic, oregano, red pepper, and half of the chopped parsley and cook for about a minute until fragrant.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 1 head
- Green pepper: 1 piece
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Dried oregano: 1 tablespoon
- Dried red pepper: 1 teaspoon
- Parsley: 17 g
4
Clear a space in the center of the skillet and add the minced meat. Increase the heat. Sauté the meat, breaking up large chunks with a wooden spatula. Cook for about 4 minutes and add the tomato puree. Bring to a boil.
- Ground beef: 500 g
- Canned tomatoes: 700 g
5
Add the pasta to the meat with sauce, pour in Worcestershire sauce and chicken broth, and mix thoroughly. Cover with a lid and simmer for half the time indicated on the pasta package.
- Pasta: to taste
- Worcestershire sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken broth: 1 glass
6
Remove the lid and stir. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add half of the mozzarella cheese and mix. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and half of the parmesan on top. Cover and cook for another 3 minutes on low heat. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Mozzarella cheese: 450 g
- Mozzarella cheese: 450 g
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 75 g
7
Remove the lid, sprinkle with parmesan and parsley. Serve hot. Enjoy your meal!
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 75 g
- Parsley: 17 g